by Guest Contributor | Sep 17, 2026
The University of North Florida (UNF) Board of Trustees on Thursday selected Michael P. Shannon as the university’s next president, pending confirmation by the Florida Board of Governors. Shannon, who has served as president of the University of North Georgia since...
by Capitolist Staff | Sep 16, 2026
Miami-Dade County is on pace to set a record for sales of homes priced at $10 million or more in 2026, even as higher mortgage rates weigh on the broader housing market. The county recorded 194 sales of $10 million or more through August, already exceeding the 170...
by Guest Contributor | Sep 16, 2026
As communities across Florida continue looking for ways to address childhood health and encourage healthier habits among young people, the University Area Community Development Corporation (UACDC) is receiving new support for its “Get Moving: Mind, Body & Soul”...
by Capitolist Staff | Sep 15, 2026
U.S. Sen. Ashley Moody introduced legislation Tuesday that would locate the proposed U.S. Space Academy in Florida. The STARS Act follows an executive order signed by President Donald Trump on Aug. 28 creating a presidential commission tasked with developing plans for...
by The Center Square | Sep 14, 2026
Florida’s spending is expected to outpace available general fund revenue by $1 billion in the state’s Long-Range Financial Outlook report released Friday. While the next two years are projected to see a surplus in the general revenue fund, a deficit is projected for...
by Capitolist Staff | Sep 14, 2026
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Monday that Florida’s Second Amendment Sales Tax Holiday returns for a second year, allowing consumers to purchase qualifying firearms, ammunition and hunting, fishing and camping supplies without paying state sales tax through Dec. 31. The...
